1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Scorpio | 504 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
